1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 199 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
